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Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods in Washington
Learn when you can enroll in, switch, or drop a Medicare Advantage plan. Covers the Annual Election Period, Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period, and Special Enrollment Periods — including key dates and 2026 changes.
Understanding Medicare Special Enrollment Periods in Washington
Learn how Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) let you enroll in or change your Medicare coverage outside of standard enrollment windows. Find out which qualifying events trigger a SEP and how to take advantage of one.
The Different Types of Medicare Penalties in Washington and How to Avoid Them
Learn how the Medicare Part A, Part B, and Part D late enrollment penalties work, how much they cost, how long they last, and how to avoid them.
Medicare and Moving in Washington: How to Change Your Plan When You Relocate
Moving to a new state or county can change your Medicare coverage overnight. Here's what triggers a Special Enrollment Period, what to do with Advantage and Part D plans, and how Original Medicare and Medigap travel with you.